She says: “It's fun doing the photoshoots but more than that, I hope I'm a role model, an encouragement for women wanting to get in shape and live a healthy life style.”

There could hardly be a better role model. Through focus, hard work and sheer passion for working-out she has sculpted an incredible body (those biceps are 15 inches by the way!) and competed in no less that 10 figure bodybuilding competitions.

She trains five days a week and recognises the vital importance of correct nutrition.

She says: “Deciding to hire a personal trainer was pivotal. My trainer told me nothing was going to change if I didn’t fix my eating habits so I started eating small meals every 2-3 hours and dropped 10-15 pounds in just a month.

“I worked hard and the pounds continued to disappear as the muscles toned. Then my trainer mentioned figure bodybuilding and I was surprised to say the least!

“But I took the risk and gave it a chance. Feeling nowhere near ready I entered my first competition in 2008 and I was hooked.”

In addition to the impressive array of contests (listed below) Linda is a wife, mother of three, Pro Figure Competitor, Personal Trainer, Life Coach, Nutritional Consultant, Bodybuilding Competition Prep Consultant, and a nurse at Grant Hospital, in Ohio, and The Ohio State University Medical Center.

She says: “I am passionate about empowering women to take control of their health whether it be a mom or a serious fitness buff looking to compete as a bodybuilder.”

How long have you been bodybuilding?Five years, and bodybuilding changed my life for the better.

Why bodybuilding?I love the challenge it brings and it keeps me focused on a healthy lifestyle

What is your short term goal right now?To do well in my first Pro show and maybe catch an eye of a sponsor to help with expenses! Also I'd like to improve my glutes and hammies more to match with my upper body.

What is your long term dream?I'd like to do very well as a Pro and expand my personal training business. Also I'd like to win some shows and qualify for the Olympia and place top five!

Best body part?Shoulders and my abs..I think!

Favorite bodypart to train and why?My glutes and hammies because they are the most challenging parts of me to get in shape.

Biggest thrill you have got from bodybuilding?Getting my Pro card was definitely one of the biggest thrills because I worked so hard and fought for it. I still can't believe it!

What tips would you give to newbies?I think more than any key exercise the thing is being consistent in your workout regimens and combining cardio with a weight training program. tell people interested in a fitness lifestyle to be consistent, persistent, and most of all to never ever give up..no matter what..if you fall..get back up!